Studying at the University of Oxford: A Guide for National / International Students

The University of Oxford is a public research university located in Wellington Square in Oxford. The University of Oxford UK is a world-renowned and historic institution. According to studies, while there is no clear foundation date, teaching began here in 1096. It began to emerge in 1167.

It is the World’s Oldest English-Speaking University. With the motto ‘The Lord is my Light,’ it is consistently ranked as one of the top five universities in the world. The University of Oxford is a public research university located in Wellington Square in Oxford.

Admission Requirements at University of Oxford

The undergraduate and postgraduate acceptance rates at the University of Oxford are 17% and 30%, respectively. The following are the admission requirements for the University of Oxford:

• A-level equivalent international qualifications
• Standardized Test Scores
• Several courses require additional submission of written work.
• Photocopy of Valid Passport
• Valid Visa
• Passport Size photographs
• CV, Portfolio or Resume
• Submission of online application & payment of non-refundable application fee
• High grades/GPA in high school
• Statement of purpose about the subject
• Letters of Recommendation
• References from your recommenders

The University offers more than 350 graduate courses in a variety of disciplines, including research courses, taught courses, full-time and part-time options, and doctorates/diplomas. There are 48 undergraduate courses available in areas such as humanities, traditional sciences, languages, law, fine arts, and others.

 

Courses Offered at University of Oxford

Here are the Oxford University courses for international students:

• Theology and Philosophy.
• Anthropology and Archaeology.
• English Language & Literature.
• Modern Languages.
• Geography.
• History.
• Linguistics.
• Medicine.
• Mathematics.
• Natural and Life Sciences.

 

Colleges & PPHs That are a Part of the Oxford University

Oxford University has 39 colleges and six permanent private halls. These colleges and PPHs are self-contained corporations within Oxford University. The University has the following colleges:

• Nuffield College
• Oriel College
• Pembroke College
• The Queen’s College
• Reuben College
• St Anne’s College
• St Antony’s College
• St Catherine’s College
• St Cross College
• St Edmund Hall
• St Hilda’s College
• St Hugh’s College
• St John’s College
• Jesus College
• Keble College
• Kellogg College
• Lady Margaret Hall
• Linacre College
• Lincoln College
• Magdalen College
• Mansfield College
• Merton College
• New College
• St Peter’s College
• Somerville College
• Trinity College
• University College
• Wadham College
• Wolfson College
• Worcester College
• All Souls College
• Balliol College
• Brasenose College
• Christ Church College
• Corpus Christi College
• Exeter College
• Green Templeton College
• Harris Manchester College
• Hertford College

Different Christian denominations founded the Permanent Private Halls. Oxford University currently has 6 permanent private halls. Those are:

• St Benet’s Hall
• St Stephen’s House
• Wycliffe Hall
• Blackfriars
• Campion Hall
• Regent’s Park College

How to get Admission into Oxford University?

Academic ability and intellectual curiosity are two characteristics that unite and distinguish Oxford students. Students from all over the world attend the university, bringing with them diverse backgrounds and interests, creating an exciting learning environment.

If you want to apply to Oxford University, here are the steps that you need to take:

Step 1: Choose the Course

The first step is to decide on a course of study. You can select a course from the list given above in the blog.

Step 2: Choose the College

You must select a college from among 39 colleges and 6 permanent private halls. You can indicate your preference for the college’s campus code on your application form; however, shortlisting may occur for other Oxford Group colleges (if selected).

Step 3: Application Submission

Once you have all of the necessary documents (discussed later), fill out your application form and submit it with all of the necessary information.

 

Oxford University Fees

Given below is the tabular format for oxford university fee structure. It shows the Oxford university tuition fee for respective courses, how much it costs to go to Oxford University along with the duration of the courses. Below given structure shows the oxford university fees in Indian rupees:

Course	Duration	1st Year Tuition Fees
MBA	12 Months	INR 65.1 LPA
MBBS	6 Years	INR 36.6 LPA
BBA	3 Years	INR 31 LPA
BE/BTech	3-4 Years	INR 37.3-38.8 LPA
MFA	Months	INR 28.4 LPA
MS	9-36 Months	INR 23.7-41.9 LPA
MIM	7 Months – 1.7 Years	INR 25.3-46.5 LPA
Other Courses	7 Months – 5 Years	INR 13.3-43.6 LPA

 

Scholarships at Oxford University

Oxford University provides financial aid in the form of scholarships and grants to students who wish to study in the United Kingdom. Some of the most well-known scholarships, funds, and grants are:

• Simon & June Li Undergraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is only available to Asian students. The scholarship covers the student’s tuition and living expenses.
• Reach Oxford Scholarships: Students from low-income families are eligible for this scholarship. The scholarship covers course fees, living expenses, and one round-trip flight per year.
• Oxford-Weidenfeld & Hoffmann Scholarship: The scholarship is open to all students pursuing postgraduate studies. The entire tuition and a portion of living expenses are covered by this scholarship.
• Oxford & Cambridge Society of India (OCSI) Scholarship: Students applying for Oxford or Cambridge University are eligible for this scholarship. It grants an annual amount of 4,680 Euros to a student.

 

Subjects Offered by Oxford University

The University offers a variety of courses at both undergraduate & graduate levels.

Bachelor Programs

• Archaeology and Anthropology
• BA Geography
• BA History
• BA Mathematics
• BA Law
• BA Economics & Management
• BA Oriental Science
• BSC Medicine

Master Programs

• MSc in Advanced Computer Science
• Master of Business Administration
• MSc in Mathematical & Computational Finance
• MPhil in Politics
• MPhil in International Relations
• MSc in Social Data Science
• MSc in Engineering Science

 

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